MCCAYSVILLE, Ga. — A north Georgia town hit with sudden flooding on Saturday will remain in a state of emergency due to loss of power.

Channel 2 Action News reported when McCaysville officials declared the state of emergency on Saturday afternoon after flooding damage shut down roads and several government buildings, including the police department and post office.

Early on Sunday, city officials asked residents to only use water in emergencies, as the water treatment plant has been without power leading to a “loss of a significant amount of treated water.”

McCaysville Mayor Terry Arp gave an update on the city’s water supply on Sunday afternoon.

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“The City’s water storage tanks remain critically low, and all water customers are asked to continue conserving water and use it only for essential needs,” Arp said.

In the meantime, the mayor asked for patience from the community and said the City of McCaysville was working with Fannin County and other agencies to address the situation.

Currently, roads remain washed out in multiple locations and repairs are underway, but will take time due to “very difficult conditions.”

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On a separate post on Sunday afternoon, Arp released a statement thanking the city’s employees and those assisting with aid during the crisis.

Arp said the city was working with the Georgia Department of Transportation and other state and local leaders to relay their concerns and frustrations.

“This is unacceptable and we will continue pressing for answers and action until this issue is resolved,” Arp said in a statement.

The city said that until power is fully restored and the system is stabilized, it is critical that everyone conserves water.

“We have major leaks from flooding and cannot contain them at this time,” the city said Sunday morning.

The Fannin County Fire Rescue Department was on-site with other community partners to assist with rescue efforts and to clear roads for services to be restored.

Photos from Fannin County officials show crews working with residents to clear water and mud from the roads.

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